Cecil and Harford Regional Perinatal Health Transformation Initiative

The Cecil and Harford Regional Perinatal Health Transformation Initiative, solicitation CCHD-2027-005, is issued by the Cecil County Health Department under the Maryland Department of Health. The objective is to engage highly qualified consultants to improve maternal and infant care access in Cecil and Harford Counties. The scope of work is divided into two phases: Phase 1 requires a perinatal landscape analysis, a national environmental scan, and administrative support to evolve the Cecil County Maternal Care Task Force into a Regional Consortium. Phase 2 is an optional component focused on designing and executing a sustainable regional system of care. Key deliverables include the enrollment of at least ten pregnant or postpartum women in a pilot program and attendance at 6 to 12 in-person meetings in Elkton, Maryland. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM on October 30, 2026, and must be submitted via email to cchd.procurement@maryland.gov. The technical proposal is limited to 20 pages and must detail the offeror's experience in maternal and child health, epidemiology, and public health program design. Evaluation is based on organizational background, the proposed program description, implementation timelines, and an evaluation plan. The contract utilizes a hybrid payment model consisting of monthly charges for administrative work and fixed-price payments for specific deliverables, with a performance period ending June 30, 2027. Offerors must provide a Proposal Affidavit, proof of fiscal integrity, and certificates of insurance for workers' compensation and general liability.